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Old 12-22-2015, 08:44   #3
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Interesting, but faulty conclusions.

The caliber and to some extent, the velocity are secondary to construction of the bullet.

The temporary cavity is larger than he alludes to due to yaw of the bullet in tissue. This happens with virtually all rounds using a modern projo, as the base, being heavier than the tip, begins to rotate the heavier end forward.

The second significant effect in the "temporary cavity" is when the 5.56 round reaches its yaw point, separates at its cannelure, and the lead core (and jacket) disintegrate into multiple fragments that create many separate wound paths.

This effect does require a certain velocity, but not all bullets function this way, regardless of velocity.

Good read, nonetheless.

TR
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